2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 583 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
